Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) Movie Review

Synopsis:

Optimus Prime (voiced by Peter Cullen) has vanished from Earth. As a result, the Autobots and Decepticons’ war resumes yet again over an ancient artifact. Alongside them is mechanic Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg). Cade discovers that his connection to the artifact is greater than he ever could have imagined.

Review:

The Last Knight may be Michael Bay’s final entry in his long-standing series. In summary, this film is a chore to watch from start to finish.

As shown from the trailers, The Last Knight ventures into WWII and other periods of history.

Having these concepts in a Transformers movie is an interesting decision. Despite having an interesting concept, its execution is shameful.

For instance, one minute there’s an action sequence in medieval times, then the next, a World War.

Their inclusions contribute to nonsensical storytelling and difficult-to-comprehend action sequences.

Visuals or action sequences are often highlights of a Transformers film. This is more often than not the case with The Last Knight.

Each sequence of this film is overwhelming. They're all presented with a myriad of dull colors and frantic editing.

There are, though, a few innovative sequences towards the film's conclusion.

Most characters in this film serve little purpose, other than providing exposition.

One character who does this is Sir Edmund Burton, portrayed by Anthony Hopkins.

This character's sole purpose is to shout and deliver tiresome exposition. Yes, Anthony Hopkins is in a Michael Bay film.

An accurate assessment of Hopkins’s character is nothing more than a tool to move the plot forward.

Almost every cast member in The Last Knight seems bored, and, as with the audience, wants it to end.

Also, prepare for even more stereotypical characters and objectified females as well.

Among these females is the deuteragonist, Viviane Wembley (Laura Haddock). For context, she joins Cade on his journey.

What’s also frustrating is how Bay finds a way to make the Decepticons even weaker with each installment.

After Transformers (2007), most of them are cannon fodder or used for target practice.

There are even certain ones portrayed as stereotypes. This makes them far less intimidating.

A slight increment of praise that this film receives is Steve Jablonsky’s score.

Despite the underwhelming action sequences, his score manages to entertain and engage.

As expected, Jablonsky's score has a few standout moments of note.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, The Last Knight is an incomprehensible disappointment, with very few positives.

This film's positives are some creative action sequences and a good soundtrack. Aside from this, there isn’t much more that is worth praising.

Sam’s Action Reaction score:

Characters - 3/10

Story - 2/10

Action - 6/10

CGI and visuals - 7/10

Soundtrack - 7/10

Overall score: 5 out of 10